Prehistoric Armenian Ritual Jug (Illustration)

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by James Blake Wiener
published on 28 November 2017

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Prehistoric Armenian Ritual Jug — This prehistoric ritual jug was made from clay and has stylized geometric decor. It comes from what is present-day Armenia and dates from the 11th-9th century BCE. Geometric decor commonly appears on vases and other ritual vessels during this era in ancient Armenian history. (Metsamor Historical-Archaeological Museum-Reserve, Taronik, Armenia)

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James Blake Wiener

James is a writer and former Professor of History. He holds an MA in World History with a particular interest in cross-cultural exchange and world history. He is a co-founder of World History Encyclopedia and formerly was its Communications Director.

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